The screws in the end of the handle come out fine but then the handle won't budge... How can I get it off?
2006-09-17 14:03:01 · 15 answers · asked by van 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
They are probably 'rusted' on or stuck from years of showering/use. Try some WD40 or equivalent and let sit. Small tapping on handle to help break them loose. Then repair as usual.
2006-09-17 14:06:43 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok, heres a possibility...
Take some wood, and put it under the faucet handles..(I dont know what type you have, so I will assume its the round handles).
Now, get the wood, and trim it so that it will "fit" under the handles and go around the bathtub faucets. Make some wedges, and when you get the wood to be almost to the handles, force the wedges on "both sides" so that you have equal pressure, and tap them in on either side with a small hammer, (not much force is needed, because these are wedges and will "force" the handles off).
Or, if you can get to the 'retaining nut' then you can simply use the handles to "back off" the stem, and take the entire thing out! (one possibility).
I wish you well..
Jesse
2006-09-17 14:09:30 · answer #2 · answered by x 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If there is an edge underneath the part of the faucet where the screw fits, you may be able to use a gear puller. This device has 2-3 arms that fit around the gear, and a threaded rod in the middle that screws in, pulling the gear or faucet off. They come in different sizes, and can be found at most auto parts stores. Measure the faucet, draw a picture of it, and take that to the store with you. The sales staff may be able to help you pick which one to get.
2006-09-17 14:11:18 · answer #3 · answered by Ralfcoder 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check to make sure that is the only screw holding it on. Look at the handle. Does it look like it might also be threaded onto the knob base? If this all checks out negative, it is probably just jammed on with build up. I am assuming you already have the water to the bathroom shut off, so if you don't go do it now. Okay, if you don't have enough strength or leverage to work the knob loose you can use a fulcrum(lever) to increase your power to remove the knob. Place something against wall to prevent marring and use a small pry bar or large wrench as a lever. I hope this helps
2006-09-17 14:12:07 · answer #4 · answered by Pundit Bandit 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I,m not being a smart alec but you did shut the water off first and open faucets to relieve pressure didn't,t you? also some shower/tub faucets are made as a one piece unit so you have to buy a new one. You have to get behind wall to remove unfortunately.
2006-09-20 22:11:39 · answer #5 · answered by ♥kissie♥ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That may present a problem.. I would get some WD40 and spray into it.. that generally loosens anything... and then after a while.. gently tap it from underneath to get it off... The problem is that it is corroded on... probably a brass thing that the handle fits onto and it has oxidized.
2006-09-17 14:12:02 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the handle doesn't budge when you wiggle it, DON'T FORCE IT! Gentle prying with a screwdriver is OK, but if it's really stuck, get a faucet-handle puller to lift it off.
2006-09-17 14:11:05 · answer #7 · answered by Swede 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think your best choice would be to buy or borrow a small gear puller. what the gear puller does is pull upward on the handle while pushing down on the center part of the facet handle or even a seal puller will do it for you
2006-09-17 15:50:22 · answer #8 · answered by vinel10 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a simple tool made for that called a handle puller. All plumbing suppliers carry them. Very inexpensive and not a bad tool own.
2006-09-17 19:23:27 · answer #9 · answered by denthegolfer2003 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
being a marine, i would say rip it out of the wall but then that's a lot of damage. so prolly wd240 or use a jimmy bar and work around the edges to loosen it.
2006-09-17 14:11:30 · answer #10 · answered by daniel w 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋